Which Type of Cell Signaling Does Not Rely on the Diffusion

question 57

Multiple Choice

Which type of cell signaling does not rely on the diffusion of a chemical signal molecule?

• A)contact-dependent
• B)paracrine
• C)autocrine
• D)endocrine
• E)All of these choices are correct.

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